In a mixing bowl with electric mixer, combine the butter with confectioners sugar. Beat on low speed until sugar is moistened, then beat on medium to high speed for about 2 minutes. Add the vanilla and 1 tablespoon of milk or cream and beat until smooth. Beat in more milk or cream, as needed for spreading consistency.

Clear Lemon Glaze and Bananas

In a small saucepan heat the water just enough to dissolve the sugar. Mix well.

Put cornstarch into 2 tablespoons cold water, stir until combined then whisk into the heated sugar and water solution. Heat and stir until thickened.

Add the lemon rind and lemon juice and stir together. Set aside until cooled.

Slice the firm bananas thinly into a bowl. Pour thickenes glaze over the sliced bananas.

Using a spatula, GENTLY stir the glaze over the bananas so they become coated. This will help to stop them from browning too quickly.

Assembly

Reserve some frosting in a piping bag to decorate.

Place first layer of cake on the cake plate.

Spread a portion of frosting on the first layer.

Place the second layer of cake. Frost the entire cake.

Pipe the decorative icing on the top, making a well for the glazed bananas.